2002 Morgan 4 vs. 2006 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Opel Meriva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Meriva weights approximately 513 kg more than 2002 Morgan 4.
Because 2002 Morgan 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Meriva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Morgan 4 | 2006 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Morgan | Opel |
| Model | 4 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
